Anyone with dispraxic child?
 

Has anyone else got a dispraxic child, just got my youngest diagnosis results which he has dispraxia, altho suspected for a long time now, it still is a little shock to the system with it being confirmed now.

Coped with it so far in the dark ok, just wondered if anyone else has experience with it as theoretically is different to the practical:confused:

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Just out of curiosity whys it different theoretically to the practical?
What are the symptoms in general of dyspraxia and what symptoms does your child have?
How old is your child?

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I'm sorry to hear that Mel. I'll admit I didn't know what it was, so had to look it up, and came across this positive piece, which may be of interest.

A large amount of dyspraxics tend to be highly articulate and are known to be have extremely high verbal IQs. A number of famous authors are thought to have shown symptoms of dyspraxia including Ernest Hemingway, The Brontë sisters and Jack Kerouac.

I know you'll fight to ensure your child gets the best treatment and care.

Good luck. xxx

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I find it confusing when people say they are sorry about things like that. Its not necessary a bad thing because its just part of who they are. Like if you had a child with ginger hair, you'd be a bit offended if people said they were sorry because its normal to you ;)

Most conditions like dispraxia, dyslexia, and things like autism and downs syndrome are suggested to have high intelligence.
The problem is that most of the time people under appreciate this because they see a child looking or behaving in a certain way and presume that theres a lack of intelligence.

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It's called compassion.

I have Parkinson's Disease. Someone may say that they are sorry that at thirty nine I was diagnosed with it, and that my life changed forever, and robbed me of the only natural talent I had. Their sorrow doesn't make the disease any easier to live with, but their concern touches my heart, and thus makes me feel a little better.

Showing concern, isn't showing pity, but of course this is going to affect Mel's family, and they are probably worried about the future, not to say that the future isn't going to be bright.

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I meant that when a child has always had the condition. Obviously its sad that they arent 'normal' by the general standard but to themselves and their family they ARE normal.

I was just saying how its strange how people say it when there isnt always a good reason to think that way. It wasnt aimed specifically at you.

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No doubting that, should it have said high and constant though ? :D

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Big hugs to you mel. I know at the moment its probably still a shock for you but at least now you have got a diagnosis you can start to move on and your little un can receive the correct help that they may need :)

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Not after sympathy nor 'special help' Blazey, until you have family of your own you wont understand & think that was a bit strong & not what i was posting about. Yes my youngest has had it from birth - its took over 5 years to get him recogonised by the health proffessionals about it, also he has more another serious medical condition to deal with which will disable him when older & has to have a major op, so yeh in one way significant in comparrison to that but again how can you or anyone [unless been through it or have close family that has] can be certain of the effects, its hard to deal with a dispraxic child plus with a disability that has effected the gross motor skills, in daily tasks for him which is hard!

My son is as normal as anyone & I TREAT him that way, but in day & age of peer pressure in schools especially high school, im preparing for - hence i enquired as there maybe another member who has same condition or have family with same condition whom could give me their wisdom & advice on the practical, we can all read books, as with any parenting issue its somewhat different to deal with the practical than having theory alone!

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The reason I asked is because I believe my brother has a similar difficulty.

I asked why you were needing advice now if you have coped for quite some time already. Obviously your doing a great job and have knowledge already of how to cope, its motherly instinct to cope with whatever a child has.

I dont know why people assume a person doesnt have children either just because they havent mentioned them. Caring for anyone whether its your child or not with an illness is enough to understand a difficulty.

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Firstly, I presume, because it's only just been diagnosed, and secondly because people who are facing the same situation can offer just that, support, as well as any advice that might be useful.

The best thing my neurologist ever did for me was putting me into contact with someone with Parkinson's who was the same age as myself. The mutual support and understanding has been invaluable.

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Its because I thought she needed help with practicality of it rather than theory, when obviously it meant the other way round :)

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Iam sorry to here that mel i hope you are getting help with this illness of your child and there is some one out there to help with it. good luck.

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Hi there, actually i was just looking through some 9 year old medical files and found a letter diognosing me as dispraxic so i looked it up an here i am.

I remember going to speach pathologists and occupational therapists for about 2 years, i was always pretty smart but never acheived much in school until i hit year eleven and twelve where strangely enough i went from being just below average to top of the class in all of my subjects(Except english, not a fan) I achieved excellent results in the HSC and am now at uni doing Urban Planning and doing very well both socially and academically.

I would probably attribute my dispraxia with years of bullying from year 2 to year 10. Doing sport like taekwondo, soccor and lifting weights (Later years), extra reading and other activities as well as the tutoring really helped me get out of it. Self esteem and friends ect.. But i guess every case is different.

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hi its not all bad news these kids are very loving once some of the problems are sorted.my girl goes to dore sure google will find it for you .they will send you a free dvd well worth a look.one other point make sure your school is up to speed with dispraxia . keep at the school these kids need extra help

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hi, i kow this post is old but if you still need help and advice about this please pm me and i am sure i can help..

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My child has dyspraxia and dyslexia and I'd be more than happy to have a chat. I was devastated when we found out but now its just part of who she is really.

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Blimey more common than i thought, my lad has just been on Occupational therapy sessions for dyspraxia & recently been diagnosed with aspergers too, & being referred to a 'spectrum' [no not the th'owd game pc] as he has 2 of them confirmed now. More series of tests & sessions to go & still awaiting a few reports as well, there could be more yet it seems he's collecting them lol.

Glad i looked in on this, my lad's finished his last session & is going to miss his new 'like minded' mates something rare for dyspraxic/aspergers is mates of same, most of them came from Blackburn district. Nice to have other people that have children of this condition & glad its talked about cos it can be hard work & draining sometimes, plus having someone who understands helps, i joined a forum a bit ago for dyspraxic parents but as per its mainly people from USA, which have slightly diffferent things:D

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the spectrum refers o the autistic spectrum which is autism, asbergers and other conditions that are linked with autism. its good for him to mix with children like him and also children that are not.. did your boy get labled as a naughty child before being diagnosed?

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Yeh thats right he is being referred to spectrum because of dyspraxia & the aspegers [both can be interlinked as is autism too, tho he is ruled aspergers than autistic because of his good verbal skills, brightness but the dyspraxic side lets him down as well as his social skills as poor as taking things way too literal, which classes him as the aspergers than autistic]. He was mainly classed as clumsy kid & too highly imaginative & literal plus doesn't shut up lol, mainly he was overlooked when younger cos of a medical condition, now all his little problems are now being recognized thro an in depth assessment after a long battle to get him sorted in time for secondary school.

has yours been diagnosed emamum?

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no.... i am a teaching assistant/nursery nurse.. i have worked as a special support assistant to children with various autistic spectrum disorders.

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Ahhhhh, oh well thats really handy to know:D, i think my lads teacher is going to have her work cut out as i dont think she has taught with children of dyspraxic for a start, had to get the consultant to send her information on it & now he's got the aspergers :eek: what fun, hopefully all this well see him get the help & learning support he needs for his needs:D

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hey, what school does he go to??? might post them my cv;)

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Before I start sorry for thread wander, was just wondering if anybody has had to deal with ADHD

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yep... worked with children with different behavioural problems...

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Bernie one of my neighbours kids has aspergers and adhd. I used to look after him after school when he went to school round here.

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They think my grandson has got ADHD, was just wondering how they can be helped.

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sorry bernie, didnt see your reply on this.. willl chat about it with you..

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on the subject of autistic spectrum disorders.. please see my accyweb book club thread..

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Yes we will meet up for a brew.

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definately, looking forward to it:D

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I suffer from it to not a big problome i just found out in may some of the jobs i did ware not helping me know i know i apply for jobs that i can do

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hi accymel you are not alone my son is dispraxic he also has adhd he is 14yrs old and has had it since birth i knew he was not a "normal"child very early on by some of the things he did if i can help you in any way or answer any questions you may have i would be happy to meet up for a coffee. :dancedog::dancedog::dancedog::dancedog::dancedog: :dancedog:

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Hi everyone, i helped set up a Parent Carer Group at Carers Link,23 King Street, Accrington we meet on the 3rd Tuesday every month at 1pm to 3pm at Carers Link, Accrington. The next group meeting will be on 16th December.If you have a child/adult with a disabily/learning disability you are more than welcome to attend. Its very friendly and relaxed,so if you feel like dropping in your more than welcome.Angie